In 1914, a grand residence began to rise in Berlin, designed by the architect Otto Bartning. This building, now known as the Residenz des Botschafters von Marokko, has witnessed a fascinating history. It was originally built for the lawyer Robert von Simson. The Residenz des Botschafters von Marokko underwent an expansion in 1926, thanks to architect Heinrich Schweitzer. Years later, in 1939, the building changed hands again, becoming the property of Walter Forstreuter, General Director of the Gerling Group. He oversaw renovations and remodeling. The winds of war brought change in 1945. The Soviets initially requisitioned the Residenz des Botschafters von Marokko. Then it became the residence of Lucius D. Clay, the “Father of the Berlin Airlift,” until 1949. The Forstreuter family returned in 1954, remaining at the Residenz des Botschafters von Marokko until 1995. A significant transformation took place in 2001. The building was carefully converted into the residence of the Moroccan Ambassador. Architects Kolb Ripke played a crucial role, even restoring some of the original floor plans. Today, the Residenz des Botschafters von Marokko stands as a testament to its rich past, both the building and its gardens protected as historical landmarks.
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